Surgery - General Physician Assistant

Location:
Bridgeport, CT

Bridgeport offers an excellent opportunity to work in Connecticut's largest city while enjoying easy access to New York City and beautiful New England coastline. The area provides a diverse cultural environment with excellent dining, entertainment, and recreational opportunities.

Facility:
This healthcare organization is a leading medical group that provides comprehensive thoracic surgical services across multiple hospital locations. The facility is known for its advanced minimally invasive surgical capabilities and commitment to excellent patient care with state-of-the-art robotic surgery programs.

Opportunity:
Physician Assistant - Surgery

Job Details:
• Join the thoracic surgery team starting late July for FMLA coverage
• Provide first assist services in the operating room for thoracic procedures
• See office patients and provide comprehensive outpatient care
• Handle inpatient care including rounding, admissions, and discharge planning
• Must have thoracic (non-cardiac) surgical experience
• Robotic surgery experience required
• Majority of cases are minimally invasive procedures
• Perform foregut surgery in addition to lung surgery
• Work 3-4 days per week with 10-hour shifts
• Call coverage unlikely to be required

Compensation:
Competitive hourly rates with weekly pay and malpractice included.